VTA Recruitment are currently looking for a experienced Assistant Contracts Manager to join our client's team. Our client is a well-established commercial construction company with over 40 years of industry experience. Based in Monton, Salford. They operate exclusively within the commercial sector and are trusted delivery partners on multiple frameworks, including Fire Services, Police Authorities and the North West Consortium. They work closely with the NHS, Greater Manchester Transport, Salford, Chorley and Wigan Councils, numerous architectural practices, many schools across the North West, and the Dioceses of Salford and Manchester. The work includes office refurbishments and a wide range of commercial construction projects delivered throughout the North West region. Role:We are seeking an Assistant Contracts Manager to support the delivery of commercial construction projects across the North West. The role will primarily involve overseeing and managing small works contracts with values ranging from £10,000 to £70,000, taking responsibility for delivery from commencement through to completion. In addition, the Assistant Contracts Manager will support the Senior Contracts Manager on larger projects with values typically between £50,000 and £250,000, assisting with coordination, commercial control and site support as required. The position reports directly to the Senior Contracts Manager.Benefits:
Salary: £44,000 – £46,000 per annum (depending on experience)Company car or car allowancePension schemeWorking hours: 40 hours per week (7:30am – 4:30pm Mon-Fri) Holiday entitlement: 21 days per annum plus all bank holidays
Key Responsibilities:
Taking primary responsibility for the management and delivery of small works contracts valued between £10,000 and £70,000Ensuring small works projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standardsAssisting the Senior Contracts Manager with the delivery of larger contracts valued between £50,000 and £250,000Supporting site teams with programme management, procurement and coordination of subcontractorsMonitoring project progress, costs and quality, and reporting accurately to the Senior Contracts ManagerAssisting with valuations, variations and cost controlLiaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teamsSupporting health and safety compliance across all allocated sitesMaintaining accurate project records and assisting with regular project reporting
Requirements:
Previous experience in an Assistant Contracts Manager, Project Engineer or similar role within the commercial construction sectorExperience working on projects valued between £10,000 and £180,000Good understanding of construction processes, contracts and commercial awarenessStrong organisational and communication skillsAbility to work to deadlines and manage multiple prioritiesA proactive and professional approach
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